Citric acid monohydrate

Citric acid monohydrate (other names: citric acid, citric acid, 2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid (IUPAC), 3-carboxy-3-hydroxyglutaric acid, 2-hydroxy-1,2,3-propane-tricarboxylic acid, 3-carboxy-3-hydroxypentanedioic acid, oxytricarballyl acid, E 330, INCI designation: citric acid)

Uses of citric acid

as food additive E330

as an acidifier for foodstuffs

lime-solvent

detergents

can be used as water softener and alternative fabric softener

can be used for passivation of stainless steel

can be used to adjust the pH value of cosmetics

can also be used in high dosage as rust remover

Technical Data on Citric Acid

chem. Pure, Eur. Ph., USP, MG 210.14 g/mol

Granules, pharmaceutical quality, CAS No. 5949-29-1

Appearance: fine white crystals

Density: 1.542 g-cm-3

Melting point: 100 °C

Boiling point: Decomposition: from 175 °C

Solubility: slightly soluble in water: 750 g-l-1 (20 °C)

GHS

Signal word: Attention

Danger warnings

H319 Causes severe eye irritation.

Safety Instructions

Delivery of Citric Acid

For the selection 1 kg, 2.5 kg and 5 kg the citric acid powder is shipped in a practical, resealable plastic bucket (with tamper-evident closure). The product is therefore stored in a sufficiently dark and dry place to maintain the high quality of the product. The plastic bucket is recyclable and reusable, so that its good ecological balance protects the environment.

New in program: Choose bag 1kg get the citric acid powder in a kraft paper bag. This is made of kraft paper, but has a food-safe PET coating on the inside to maintain the high quality and to store the product airtight sealed. This packaging only produces approx. 13g of plastic.

New in program: Select 25 kg carton. The citric acid is packed in a transparent flat bag, which is closed as usual with a reusable cable tie, and delivered in a sturdy carton. It is recommended that the goods are always stored in a tightly closed box.